Quote by Albert Camus

If, after all, men cannot always make history have meaning, they can always act so that their own lives have one.

If, after all, men cannot always make history have meaning,

Summary

This quote highlights the power and agency that individuals possess in shaping their own lives. It acknowledges that one may not always be able to influence the course of history or change the world on a large scale, but individuals do have the ability to make their own lives meaningful through their actions. It emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and the belief that each person has the capacity to create their own sense of purpose and fulfillment, independent of external circumstances.

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By Albert Camus

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